Democracy 101: A Series of Critical Conversations

Mary Idema Pew Library Multipurpose Room

All events will take place from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Date

Presentation Title

Description

January 31

Democracy in Ancient Athens: What We Can Learn About How to Change the World

Learn about the practice of democracy in Ancient Athens in this interactive workshop. Participants will engage in discussion about what we can learn today from the western democracy.

February 28

Young People Changing the World in History

Be inspired by the history of youth activism in recent history. Panelists will discuss youth political action in during the 20th Century. Participants will learn about the impact made by young people organizing for change.

March 27

Today's Young People Changing the World

Meet fellow GVSU students and other young people who are organizing around issues that matter, from environmental justice to gun safety and immigration. Learn from students who are making a difference and about how you can too!


Have an Idea for a Democracy 101 Event?

Do you have a question about democracy, civic life or student democratic participation that you would like to explore?

Are you interested in presenting or facilitating a workshop or a conversation about a current public issue?

Do you have an idea or a project that promotes civic life and democratic participation that you would like to share?

If so, please share your idea with us at (616) 331-2345 or [email protected].



Past Democracy 101 Event Recordings

Didn't make it? Don't worry - you can still dive in to Democracy 101 by watching the videos below!

The Mythology of the American Dream

Democracy 101: A Series of Critical Conversations

Democracy and the American Dream

Democracy and the American Dream

Student Media and Democratic Engagement

Student Media and Democratic Engagement

 

 

Why Democracy Needs the News

Link to GVTV's broadcast of "Why Democracy Needs the News"

Human Rights and the Promise of Democracy

Media Literacy and You

Media Literacy and You

PFAS in Michigan

PFAS in Michigan

Educating Toward Direct Democracy

Hitler's Rise to Power

Gary Stark on Hitler's Rise to Power



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